2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |